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Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
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- Scottish Sun
‘This is why we play darts indoors' – Video of Luke Littler and Luke Humphries struggling in new tournament emerges
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FANS declared 'this is why we play darts indoors' as Luke Littler and Luke Humphries struggled at the Hyde Park Darts Championship. The mega darts stars went up against each other in the final of the inaugural competition last night. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Luke Littler and Luke Humphries both struggled with the outdoor conditions at Hyde Park 3 Humphries missed three D6s to win the inaugural competition 3 The world No1 was left bemused before eventually sealing victory Littler and Humphries battled in front of a bumper crowd at one of London's biggest parks. It was the latter who came out on top, beating Littler 6-4 after KO'ing Fallon Sherrock in the semis. But both men found things tough playing in outdoor conditions. The evening's warmth, combined with a decent breeze, saw Littler and Humphries both struggle to nail certain shots. Indeed, towards the end of the game, world No1 Humphries managed to miss three shots at a D6 to clinch victory. It gave Littler, who beat Nathan Aspinall in the semis, the opportunity to close the gap on his throw. But the teen sensation only managed to score 22. Both players appeared bemused as they also had to deal with the rays of the setting sun. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS And darts fans at home were equally baffled, admitting that the game will always be better suited to an indoor venue. One said: 'Look at how the darts are going on the board ffs. This is why we play darts indoors.' Luke Littler launches new McDonald's burger as darts sensation, 18, adds fast food giants to lucrative brand deals Another declared: 'This looks horrible.' One noted: 'Kinda ridiculous.' Another added: 'What's next, indoor golf?' Meanwhile, both players were involved in a bizarre celebrity doubles match later in the evening. Humphries paired up with singer Olly Murs, but they were beaten in the semis by Aspinall and ex-footballer Dion Dublin. As for Littler, he was teamed with presenter Roman Kemp against Sherrock and actor Joe Swash. But like Humphries, he too failed to reach the doubles final, which was won by Sherrock and Swash.
The Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘This is why we play darts indoors' – Video of Luke Littler and Luke Humphries struggling in new tournament emerges
FANS declared 'this is why we play darts indoors' as Luke Littler and Luke Humphries struggled at the Hyde Park Darts Championship. The mega darts stars went up against each other in the final of the inaugural competition last night. 3 3 3 Littler and Humphries battled in front of a bumper crowd at one of London's biggest parks. It was the latter who came out on top, beating Littler 6-4 after KO'ing Fallon Sherrock in the semis. But both men found things tough playing in outdoor conditions. The evening's warmth, combined with a decent breeze, saw Littler and Humphries both struggle to nail certain shots. Indeed, towards the end of the game, world No1 Humphries managed to miss three shots at a D6 to clinch victory. It gave Littler, who beat Nathan Aspinall in the semis, the opportunity to close the gap on his throw. But the teen sensation only managed to score 22. Both players appeared bemused as they also had to deal with the rays of the setting sun. And darts fans at home were equally baffled, admitting that the game will always be better suited to an indoor venue. One said: 'Look at how the darts are going on the board ffs. This is why we play darts indoors.' Luke Littler launches new McDonald's burger as darts sensation, 18, adds fast food giants to lucrative brand deals Another declared: 'This looks horrible.' One noted: 'Kinda ridiculous.' Another added: 'What's next, indoor golf?' Meanwhile, both players were involved in a bizarre celebrity doubles match later in the evening. Humphries paired up with singer Olly Murs, but they were beaten in the semis by Aspinall and ex-footballer Dion Dublin. As for Littler, he was teamed with presenter Roman Kemp against Sherrock and actor Joe Swash. But like Humphries, he too failed to reach the doubles final, which was won by Sherrock and Swash.
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘This is why we play darts indoors' – Video of Luke Littler and Luke Humphries struggling in new tournament emerges
FANS declared 'this is why we play darts indoors' as Luke Littler and Luke Humphries struggled at the Hyde Park Darts Championship. The mega darts stars went up against each other in the 3 Luke Littler and Luke Humphries both struggled with the outdoor conditions at Hyde Park 3 Humphries missed three D6s to win the inaugural competition 3 The world No1 was left bemused before eventually sealing victory It was the latter who came out on top, beating Littler 6-4 after KO'ing Fallon Sherrock in the semis. But both men found things tough playing in outdoor conditions. The evening's warmth, combined with a decent breeze, saw Littler and Humphries both struggle to nail certain shots. READ MORE IN DARTS Indeed, towards the end of the game, world No1 Humphries managed to miss three shots at a D6 to clinch victory. It gave Littler, who beat Nathan Aspinall in the semis, the opportunity to close the gap on his throw. But the teen sensation only managed to score 22. Both players appeared bemused as they also had to deal with the rays of the setting sun. Most read in Darts BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS And darts fans at home were equally baffled, admitting that the game will always be better suited to an indoor venue. One said: 'Look at how the darts are going on the board ffs. This is why we play darts indoors.' Luke Littler launches new McDonald's burger as darts sensation, 18, adds fast food giants to lucrative brand deals Another declared: 'This looks horrible.' One noted: 'Kinda ridiculous.' Another added: 'What's next, indoor golf?' Meanwhile, both players were involved in a bizarre celebrity doubles match later in the evening. Humphries paired up with singer Olly Murs, but they were beaten in the semis by Aspinall and ex-footballer Dion Dublin. As for Littler, he was teamed with presenter Roman Kemp against Sherrock and actor Joe Swash. But like Humphries, he too failed to reach the doubles final, which was won by Sherrock and Swash.
Scottish Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hyde Park Darts Championship LIVE RESULTS: Latest as Littler and Humphries face Olly Murs in pro-am special
Hyde Park Calling! What a beautiful evening for it... Hyde Park is the destination as some of the world's top darts stars face a pop icon, two TV presenters and footballer-turned-daytime-TV-legend Dion Dublin. We don't know why this is happening - but we're absolutely loving it. The Hyde Park Darts Championship unfortunately doesn't have any TV coverage and is now even being aired on PDCTV. But we have a reporter on the ground at the iconic park to bring you all the latest updates and action as it happens. The doors have already opened with our Harry inside. Play starts at 6.30pm BST but there is plenty for fans to do before then. Full itinerary shortly.
The Irish Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Hyde Park Darts Championship LIVE RESULTS: Latest as Littler and Humphries face Olly Murs in pro-am special
LONDON'S Hyde Park is the destination for darts and pop fans alike as a special pro-am takes place TONIGHT! The Hyde Park Darts Championship will see the darts pros face off against each other in a mini-tournament before a pro-am. With no televised coverage or live stream available, SunSport will bring you live updates throughout the night as they happen. Start time : 6.30pm BST All the info JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS Follow our live blog below... By Hyde Park Calling! What a beautiful evening for it... Hyde Park is the destination as some of the world's top darts stars face a pop icon, two TV presenters and footballer-turned-daytime-TV-legend Dion Dublin. We don't know why this is happening - but we're absolutely loving it. The Hyde Park Darts Championship unfortunately doesn't have any TV coverage and is now even being aired on PDCTV. But we have a reporter on the ground at the iconic park to bring you all the latest updates and action as it happens. The doors have already opened with our Harry inside. Play starts at 6.30pm BST but there is plenty for fans to do before then. Full itinerary shortly. Copy link Copied
